Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the most common diseases and injuries and their investigations and treatment methods in the field of surgery
- describe the different areas of anaesthesiology and the different forms of anaesthesia
- describe and justify the most common examinations and treatment and monitoring methods of in perioperative nursing
- use evidence-based information and research to justify decisions made in perioperative nursing
- apply the main principles of self-care guidance in perioperative nursing and describe its main contents
- describe the main principles of how patient care technology and monitoring, examination and care methods can be used safely and effectively as part of perioperative nursing
- describe how to prevent hazardous incidents at all stages of the perioperative treatment process
- describe the care and service paths of a surgical patient, taking into consideration digital solutions and the significance of working in multiprofessional teams and networks

Teaching methods

This study unit contains the theoretical studies for perioperative and surgical nursing.

Student MUST be present in the orientation of this study unit.
Workshop groups and important dates will be announced in orientation.

This course includes theory lessons and workshops. It is mandatory to participate in all workshops. In the end of the course there will be YleSh demonstration of nursing skills test for every student. Student must participate to all workshops in order to take the demonstration of nursing skills -test.

Study material will be available on Canvas platform.

Part 1. Perioperative and surgical nursing 4 cr
Part 2. Surgery and anesthesiology online course 2cr
Part 3. Yle SH demonstration of nursing skills

Learning materials and recommended literature

- Smith A. et al. (edited) (2016) Oxford Handbook of Surgical Nursing. Oxford University Press, Incorporated, 2016. ProQuest Ebook Central, https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/laurea/detail.action?docID=4545420.
- Sutherland-Fraser, S., Davies, M., Gillespie, B. & Lockwood, B. 2022. Perioperative nursing: an introduction. Elsevier.

- Laurea Libguides, terveysportti: Evidence-Based Medicine Guidelines (EBMG)
- Surgery and anesthesiology on-line materials
- Material given during lectures

Important dates

Will be given in the orientation.

Forms of internationality

Exchange students (nursing) are welcome to this study unit.
Please notice that the yleSH demonstration of nursing skills -test includes study material from Perioperative nursing and Basics of acute care nursing -courses. Therefore it's recommended that students enroll into both courses during a same semester.

Students need to wear nursing uniform in the workshops and in the yleSH demonstration of skills -test. Laurea UAS doesn't provide nursing uniforms.

Students workload

Perioperative and surgical nursing 4 cr = 108 hours
Surgery and anesthesiology online course 2 cr = 54 hours

Further information for students

Module 1 and 2 studies must be mainly complited.
Anatomy & physiology -course must be completed.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

Part 1. Perioperative and surgical nursing 4 cr - exam graded fail/1-5.
Part 2. Surgery and anesthesiology online course 2 cr - Pass / Fail
YleSH demonstration of skills Pass / Fail & Redo

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
- use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
- search for information in different sources
- report

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
- work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
- interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
- receive guidance

TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
- work as a member of a team
- plan the progress of their work and use of time under guidance
- work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
- follow the provided instructions and rules

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use their knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
- work using the skills and methods learned
- engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
- take part in guidance and utilise it

TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
- engage in goal-oriented work in a team
- plan and manage the progress of their work and use of time
- detect safety-related risks
- justify their actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
- use professional concepts extensively
- compare and choose relevant information
- report and communicate in a professional manner

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
- work independently, using the skills and methods learned
- take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
- anticipate their need for guidance

TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
- promote the team’s work and team spirit
- manage their time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
- work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
- plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration